Potluck: A Podcast about Southern Culture

Potluck: A Podcast about Southern Culture episodes:

• 12.01.2019

  The Thanksgiving Show

  Will and Chris talk about Thanksgiving, Dolly's Netflix show, and the future of potluck.  Thanks to our wonderful sponsors:  Eli Mason - Eli Mason is premium cocktail mixers and syrups made with all-natural ingredients in Nashville, TN. Save 20% on...

  
• 10.31.2019

  Nashville Bear, Florida Wildlife, and Mark Twain

  First, Will and Chris talk about a bear that seems to have taken up residence in Davidson County, TN. This would be the first resident bear in about a century. Then they talk about an article in Bitter Southerner called...

  
• 10.23.2019

  Our Return, Memphis, and Daufuskie Island

  After a Fall hiatus, Will and Chris return. Chris tells of his travels across the South from Memphis to the Atlantic Coast. Then, they talk about the new podcast Dolly Parton's America.  Thanks to our wonderful sponsors:  Eli Mason -...

  
• 09.19.2019

  Justify Scandal, Country Music, and Dolly's America

  Chris and Will talk about the New York Times exposé on Justify's failed drug test prior to the triple crown run. Then they talk about the Ken Burns Country Music Docu-series on PBS. Finally, they talk about a new podcast...

  
• 09.12.2019

  Appalachian Food, Crawdads Singing, and Some Goings On

  This is a tangent filled Potluck folks. Will and Chris talk about all the usual things (i.e. Sean Brock, Birmingham, NYT articles), but they have some fun diversions into intellectual property law and how to count years. All while recording...

  
• 09.04.2019

  Fried Chicken Sandwich, Dirty Coast, and WaPo's Nashville Guide

  This show is a bit late, because Will's wife had her baby. From the top, Chris and Will talk about the great Popeye's Chicken Sandwich launch and subsequent sellouts nationwide. Then, Will gives Chris a gift. Finally, they talk about...

  
• 08.23.2019

  A/C, Haiku, and New Sturgill

  Chris and Will catch up about their respective weekends. Then they talk about air conditioning at length. Throw in some rum talk. Chris reads a haiku he wrote. Then they talk about the new Sturgill song.  Thanks to our wonderful...

  
• 08.16.2019

  August Old Fashioned Friday by Buffalo Trace

  It's the August edition of Old Fashioned Friday. We take listener questions which came in through our new facebook group POTLUCKERS and enjoy some Buffalo Trace Old Fashioned.  Speaking of, thank you to our wonderful presenting sponsor: Buffalo Trace Bourbon:...

  
• 08.16.2019

  Southern Books, Football Drinkin', and Stolen Car

  This week on Potluck, Chris and Will take another "how Southern are you" quiz, with books being the testing method. They resolve that an all inclusive pop culture quiz is needed and will be taking suggestions over at the Potluckers...

  
• 08.08.2019

  SWS, Southern Crime Podcast, and Tyler Childers

  First, Chris and Will debrief Southern Whiskey Society and all the glorious food and whiskey which was consumed. Then they talk about a newer Southern true-crime podcast called Murder, etc. Finally, they talk about Tyler Childers' new album "Country Squire."...

  
• 08.02.2019

  Great Southern Peach Crisis, Ford Fry Nashville, and Dolly

  First, Chris talks about the Great Southern Peach Crisis of 2019, which almost brought Southern Whiskey Society to a screeching halt. Following that, they talk about Ford Fry's upcoming FOUR restaurants in Nashville. Finally they have some music talk.  Thanks...

  
• 07.26.2019

  Facebook Group, Hand-pies, and 5 Guys

  Will and Chris announce the creation of a Facebook group to foster Southern discussion. You can search Facebook for "Potluckers" or you can click through to this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/703841356755200/. Then they talk about a famed New Orleans Hand-pie making a comeback....

  
• 07.17.2019

  Recent Meals, Oklahoma Arrests, and Exit 87 BBQ

  Will and Chris cover some recent meals they have eaten, some remarkable arrests in Oklahoma, and a unique marketing style of a BBQ joint in Jackson, TN.  Thanks to our wonderful sponsors:  Eli Mason - Premium cocktail mixers and syrups...

  
• 07.12.2019

  Breakfast Soup, Southern Quiz, and Snake Updates

  First, Will and Chris talk about a reddit post brought to their attention by their friend Kris Kettner, in which someone was trying to discover what a "breakfast soup" was on hotel hot breakfast bars. Then they take a "southern...

  
• 07.05.2019

  Reunion, Snakes, and Scooters

  First, Chris and Will catch up after not recording for a few weeks, and we learn that Chris is a cowboy. Then, Will gets right to business with some snake talk. Finally, there is an update to the scooter story...

  
• 06.14.2019

  Buffalo Trace Presents: Another Old Fashioned Friday

  It's the May edition of Old Fashioned Friday, even though it is coming to you in mid-June. We take listener questions and enjoy some Buffalo Trace Old Fashioneds. This month, we sat at the bar of Blockhouse in Franklin, TN...

  
• 06.12.2019

  Alligators, Highwaymen, and Loveless Food Truck

  First, Chris and Will talk about sightings of alligators in Tennessee. Then, they talk about a movie Will watched on Netflix called "The Highwaymen." Then, they talk about the newly announced Loveless Cafe food truck. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors: ...

  
• 05.30.2019

  Syrup, Cast Iron, and Orange Beach

  Will and Chris start off by going over some of their happenings over the Memorial Day weekend. This discussion devolves into a discussion of some different types of syrups. Then, they take a question written in by a listener about...

  
• 05.23.2019

  South Cookbook, Steakhouses, and Morehouse College

  First, Will and Chris talk about the upcoming cookbook from Sean Brock called "South" (surprise, surprise). Then, they talk about a list ranking "the best steakhouses" in the country and the South's representation on it. You can view that list...

  
• 05.16.2019

  Mother's Day, Marianne Eaves, and Charleston's Food Scene

  First, Will and Chris shoot the breeze about what they did on Mother's Day and surrounding events. Then, they talk about the sudden departure of bourbon rockstar Marianne Eaves from the Castle & Key Distillery. Finally, they discuss a ...

  
• 05.09.2019

  Derby Debacle, James Beard Winners, and Salsa Blanca

  This week on the show, Will and Chris discuss the debacle, which was the Kentucky Derby, and all the drama surrounding it. Then they discuss Will's trip to Jackson, MS. Next, they talk about this year's James Beard Award winners....

  
• 05.02.2019

  Prepared Statement, Derby, and Community

  First, Chris goes on record that he was wrong about the Nashville draft weekend, and offers an apology to our city. Then they talk about the Kentucky Derby and make some picks. Then, they talk about a post Sean Brock...

  
• 04.26.2019

  April Buffalo Trace Old Fashioned Friday

  It's the April edition of Old Fashioned Friday. We take listener questions and enjoy some Buffalo Trace Old Fashioneds. This month, we sat at the bar of Blockhouse in Franklin, TN while we recorded. Check them out if you're looking...

  
• 04.25.2019

  Spiral Cut Ham, Q, and the Draft

  First, Will and Chris talk about an article their friend Matt sent to them about spiral cut ham. You can read that here. Then, they talk about a new MADE SOUTH podcast which will be coming soon. It's called 'Q' and...

  
• 04.18.2019

  Mashed Potato Mystery

  On this very special episode of Potluck, Will and Chris talk about the mysterious bowls of mashed potatoes which appeared around Jackson, MS last week. Then, they land an interview with the individual some have called the Mashed Potato Maniac......

  
• 04.11.2019

  Old Town Road, Tim's Question, and Auburn

  First, Will and Chris get into a discussion about the song "Old Town Road" by Lil Nas X. Then they talk about a question which came from their friend Tim in California. Finally, they talk about Auburn's historic run in...

  
• 03.29.2019

  End of March Buffalo Trace Old Fashioned Friday

  It's the end of March edition of Old Fashioned Friday. We're caught up! We take listener questions and enjoy some Buffalo Trace. Speaking of, thank you to our wonderful presenting sponsor: Buffalo Trace Bourbon: made at the legendary 200-year-old Buffalo...

  
• 03.28.2019

  Country Music, Dolly, and Gale

  First, Will and Chris give the updated standings in the biscuit bracket. Then they talk about a new Ken Burns documentary coming to PBS in September about Country Music. Then, they talk about two Dolly Parton specials coming to Netflix....

  
• 03.21.2019

  Basketball, Top Chef, and RIDE w/ Norman Reedus

  First, Will and Chris talk a little basketball, as we are in the mad, mad season of March. And, they mention that SEC tournament winner. Then they go on to talk about the Top Chef season 16 finale, which included...

  
• 03.14.2019

  Daylight Saving, Biscuit Bracket, and B's Cracklin

  First, Will and Chris debate the merits of Daylight Saving Time, and they get into a little discussion about their travel to Kentucky this weekend. Then, they release the information about their upcoming March Madness Biscuit Bracket. Finally, they talk...

  
• 03.08.2019

  Buffalo Trace Presents Old Fashioned Friday

  It's the early March edition of Old Fashioned Friday. We take listener questions and enjoy some Buffalo Trace! Speaking of, thank you to our wonderful presenting sponsor: Buffalo Trace Bourbon: made at the legendary 200-year-old Buffalo Trace Distillery, the world’s...

  
• 03.07.2019

  Sazerac, Highlands/Hattie B's, and Lee County

  First, Will and Chris enjoy a Sazerac cocktail in honor of Fat Tuesday (the day they recorded). They talk about the cocktail's history, Mardi Gras, and Absinthe. Then, Chris tells Will about a collaboration dinner he and his wife went...

  
• 02.28.2019

  Savannah, Memphis, and James Beard Nominees

  Chris and Will begin this episode with updates from the travel they both had over the weekend to Savannah, GA and Memphis, TN, respectively. Then, they talk about the 2019 James Beard Awards Finalists. If you want to see the...

  
• 02.21.2019

  Travel, New Music, and A New Festival

  First, Will and Chris talk about some up coming trips to Memphis and Savannah. Then they talk about a new song out by Judah & the Lion feat. Kasey Musgraves. You can watch/listen to it here. Then they talk about a...

  
• 02.14.2019

  Valentine's Day, Grammys, and Southerner

  First, Will and Chris talk about some Valentine's Day things, being that it is, in fact, Valentine's Day, today. Then, they discuss some Southern recognition at the Grammy Awards. Finally, they talk about Southerner the podcast and some thoughts that...

  
• 02.08.2019

  Another Buffalo Trace Old Fashioned Friday

  It's time for another edition of Old Fashioned Friday. This one was slightly delayed by some illness, but, as they say, better late than never. We take listener questions and enjoy some Buffalo Trace! Speaking of, thank you to our...

  
• 02.07.2019

  Sean Brock News, Iconic Dishes, and Airbnb

  Will and Chris are back from last week's hiatus with some new southern discussion. There is breaking news about Sean Brock's big Nashville project. You can read about that here. Southern Living has put out a list of the...

  
• 01.24.2019

  Birthday Dinner, Biscuits, and Chinese Food

  First, Will gives an update on his birthday dinner, which was at Black Rabbit in Nashville. Then, they talk about an NPR article about biscuits, which leads to a broader biscuit discussion. You can read that article here. Then,...

  
• 01.17.2019

  Essential Reading, Nashville News, and the Allman Betts Band

  First, Chris catches Will off guard with a discussion of essential reading for Southerners, based off of a blog at MadeSouth.com. Then they discuss some news from Nashville, including some personal stories from their home city. Then, they discuss some...

  
• 01.11.2019

  Blackberry Farm, A High Low Tide, and Street Chicken

  First, Chris tells will about his recent getaway to Blackberry Farm in Walland, TN. Then, Will tells Chris about a the book he just finished: A High Low Tide by André Joseph Gallant. It covers the attempt to revive the...

  
• 01.03.2019

  Collard Shortage, 'Napa-fication', and a Tree Monster

  A national catastrophe could be near, with a shortage of collard greens. We talk about this and its potential repercussions. You can read the source article here. Then, we discuss a NYT piece about the "Napa-fication" of Kentucky, with...

  
• 12.28.2018

  A Buffalo Trace 2018 Old Fashioned Finale

  It is only fitting that the final Potluck of 2018 should be an Old Fashioned Friday Episode. Pour yourself up an Old Fashioned with delicious Buffalo Trace bourbon and listen as Will and Chris take some listener questions.  Thanks to...

  
• 12.27.2018

  5 Things for 2018

  Chris and Will reflect on 2018 and give 5 things each that were "favorite things" of theirs this year.  Thanks to our wonderful sponsors that made this an excellent year:   Southern Socks - Based in Lexington, KY, USA-made, super...

  
• 12.20.2018

  Rising Star, Sweet Home Alabama, and Popeye's

  First, the guys discuss a New York Times article showing the trajectory of the city of Nashville and contrasting it against Birmingham. Then they talk about an NPR analysis of Sweet Home Alabama. Finally, they talk about a...

  
• 12.13.2018

  A Christmas Memory, Dumplin, and Gumption

  First, Will discusses a short story by Truman Capote called A Christmas Memory. Then, the guys discuss a new movie on Netflix called Dumplin. It stars Jennifer Aniston and features lots of Dolly Parton. Then they discuss a new event...

  
• 12.06.2018

  Potluck Gift Guide, 41, and Bizarre Landmarks

  First, Will and Chris discuss their 2018 gift guide. Links to gifts below sponsors section. Then, they discuss the passing of President George HW Bush, and a brief profile from 2016 in Garden and Gun by Jon Meacham. You can...

  
• 12.03.2018

  Another Old Fashioned Friday

  Chris and Will take your questions on the November edition of Old Fashioned Friday, brought to you by our friends at Buffalo Trace. Sit back, pour an Old Fashioned cocktail with some Buffalo Trace, and tag #TastetheTrace on social media. 

  
• 11.29.2018

  Pork Rind Oyster, Florida, and Addressing a Critique

  First, Will and Chris recap their Thanksgiving holiday and all the delicious food they ate. Then, Will gives a brief review of a book he read, titled Florida by Lauren Groff. You can find that here, if you're interested....

  
• 11.21.2018

  Thanksgiving!

  We expected to release a full length episode for your travels this week. But after MADE SOUTH festivities and Thanksgiving preparations, we decided to take the week off. Don't worry, though. We will be back to our regular schedule next...

  
• 11.15.2018

  News Alert, Man in Black, and Gator Selfies

  First, Will gets all political, by bringing up a statement from Jake Tapper's election night coverage on CNN. He's unhappy with the way Mr. Tapper phrased a statement about a certain Southern state. Then, the guys talk about a documentary...